Staying updated with current affairs is crucial for aspirants of competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, Banking, and State PSCs. The events of May 13, 2025, encompass significant developments in national security, international relations, economic investments, and environmental awareness. This quiz aims to test your knowledge and understanding of these events.
1. Which organization did the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recognize as a Self-Regulatory Organization (SRO) in May 2025?
A) SEBI
B) FIMMDA
C) AMFI
D) IRDAI
Answer: B) FIMMDA
Explanation: The RBI recognized the Fixed Income Money Market and Derivatives Association (FIMMDA) as an SRO to enhance regulation and fair practices in financial markets under its purview.
2. Which Indian airline canceled flights to and from Jammu, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Leh, Srinagar, and Rajkot on May 13, 2025?
A) Air India
B) SpiceJet
C) IndiGo
D) Vistara
Answer: C) IndiGo
Explanation: IndiGo Airlines announced the cancellation of all its flights to and from the mentioned cities on May 13, 2025, without specifying the reason.
3. Which country proposed a $461 million investment in Uttar Pradesh's Unnao Industrial Corridor in May 2025?
A) USA
B) UAE
C) Japan
D) Germany
Answer: B) UAE
Explanation: Aquabridge Holdings from the UAE proposed a $461 million investment to develop the Unnao Industrial Corridor and enhance the aquaculture sector in Uttar Pradesh.
4. What is the theme of World Migratory Bird Day 2025, celebrated on May 10?
A) Protecting Bird Habitats
B) Birds Connect Our World
C) Creating Bird-Friendly Cities and Communities
D) Migratory Birds and Climate Change
Answer: C) Creating Bird-Friendly Cities and Communities
Explanation: World Migratory Bird Day 2025 focused on the theme “Creating Bird-Friendly Cities and Communities” to highlight the importance of urban environments in bird conservation.
5. Which Indian state announced plans to increase civil defense training in response to Operation Sindoor?
A) Punjab
B) Rajasthan
C) Gujarat
D) Haryana
Answer: C) Gujarat
Explanation: In response to escalating tensions and Operation Sindoor, Gujarat planned to enhance civil defense by increasing trained civilians from 1,500 to approximately 70,000 annually.
6. What is the name of the military operation launched by India in May 2025 in response to the Pahalgam attack?
A) Operation Vijay
B) Operation Sindoor
C) Operation Surya
D) Operation Trident
Answer: B) Operation Sindoor
Explanation: India launched Operation Sindoor in May 2025 as a military response to the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, aiming to neutralize threats across the border.
7. Which Indian city is set to host a new BrahMos missile production unit inaugurated in May 2025?
A) Hyderabad
B) Bengaluru
C) Lucknow
D) Chennai
Answer: C) Lucknow
Explanation: The Defence Minister virtually inaugurated a ₹300 crore BrahMos missile production unit in Lucknow's Defence Industrial Corridor on May 11, 2025.
8. Which international body welcomed the India-Pakistan ceasefire agreement in May 2025?
A) NATO
B) SAARC
C) United Nations
D) ASEAN
Answer: C) United Nations
Explanation: The UN Secretary-General welcomed the India-Pakistan ceasefire agreement as a positive step toward ending hostilities and easing tensions.
9. Which Indian festival was celebrated on May 12, 2025?
A) Diwali
B) Holi
C) Buddha Purnima
D) Eid al-Fitr
Answer: C) Buddha Purnima
Explanation: Buddha Purnima, marking the birth of Gautama Buddha, was celebrated on May 12, 2025.
10. Which association was recognized by the RBI as a Self-Regulatory Organization in May 2025?
A) FIMMDA
B) AMFI
C) SEBI
D) IRDAI
Answer: A) FIMMDA
Explanation: The Fixed Income Money Market and Derivatives Association (FIMMDA) was recognized by the RBI as a Self-Regulatory Organization to oversee financial markets under its jurisdiction.
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